Upcoming Public Holidays
- Fri, May 1Workers' Day
- Wed, May 27Children's Day
- Fri, Jun 12Democracy Day
- Thu, Oct 1National Day
- Sun, Nov 1National Youth Day
- Fri, Dec 25Christmas Day
🇳🇬 Nigeria — 2026 Calendar
10 holidays, festivals & observances
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January
- New Year's DayThu, Jan 1
April
- Good FridayFri, Apr 3
- Easter MondayMon, Apr 6
May
- Workers' DayFri, May 1
- Children's DayWed, May 27
June
- Democracy DayFri, Jun 12
October
- National DayThu, Oct 1
November
- National Youth DaySun, Nov 1
December
- Christmas DayFri, Dec 25
- Boxing DayMon, Dec 28

Nigeria has 10 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.
🇳🇬 Frequently Asked Questions — Nigeria Holidays 2026
- How many public holidays does Nigeria have in 2026?
- Nigeria has 10 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 10 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
- What are the main public holidays in Nigeria?
- The main public holidays in Nigeria include New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Workers' Day, Children's Day.
- When is the next holiday in Nigeria?
- The next upcoming holiday in Nigeria is Workers' Day on Friday, May 1, 2026.
- Is there a complete national calendar for Nigeria 2026?
- Yes, this page provides the complete Nigeria 2026 national calendar with 10 holidays, festivals, and observances.
- When are the collective leave days in Nigeria for 2026?
- Collective leave dates in Nigeria for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.
Holiday data for Nigeria is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.